Sirmi - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Sirmi is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Mahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirmi is 439291. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.86 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sirmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirmi
According to the 2011 Census, Sirmi village had a total population of 327 people, including 174 males and 153 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.48%, with male literacy at 78.06% and female literacy at 47.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 121 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 53 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Sirmi
Sirmi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghontha | North-East | 1.36 km |
| Khandsara | East | 1.44 km |
| Jangal Plot Kanpa | North | 1.49 km |
| Mahali | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Kabratola | South | 2.50 km |
| Binauri | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Kokada | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Ghoghra Kalan | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Kanpa | North | 2.92 km |
| Madmada | East | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirmi
Sirmi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khongsara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Sirmi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Sirmi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirmi
Where is Sirmi located?
Sirmi village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirmi is Mahali.
What is the pincode of Sirmi?
The pincode of Sirmi is 491995.
What is the population of Sirmi?
Sirmi had a total population of 327, including 174 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Sirmi?
Sirmi had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirmi was 63.48%. Male literacy was 78.06% and female literacy was 47.10%.